Mid-Level to Senior Litigation Associate

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Mid-Level to Senior Litigation Associate to join its Employment Litigation team. This exciting role involves representing a diverse range of public and private employers in employment litigation matters. The firm is known for its collegial environment, offering opportunities for professional growth and development. Ideal candidates will have strong legal research and writing skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. If you are a motivated attorney looking to make a significant impact in a supportive setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Collegial Work Environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in employment litigation required.
• Strong legal research and writing skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop litigation strategy for employment actions.
• Draft pleadings, memos, briefs, and legal documents.

Skills

Legal Research

Writing Skills

Verbal Communication

Client Interaction

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Admission to practice in New York

3+ years of experience in employment litigation

Job description

Mid-Level to Senior Litigation Associate

Mid-Level to Senior Litigation Associate

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr

Job Title: Mid-Level to Senior Litigation Associate

Role: Associate in Employment Litigation

Expertise: 3+ years of experience

Job Location: New York City, NY (hybrid office / remote)

Description: Represent a wide variety of public and private employers

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading employment litigation defense firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and California. The firm’s employment litigation group is well respected for its expertise at all levels of litigation from inception through trial and appeals. In addition to serving clients in the states where our offices are located, the firm also acts as national counsel in various high exposure matters. Employment litigation is one of the cornerstones of the firm’s practice. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

This position is for an attorney with 3+ years’ experience to join the Employment Litigation team in our midtown New York City office, who represents for-profit companies, not-for-profit organizations, financial and educational institutions and municipal entities in all manners of Employment litigation. We are looking for a bright attorney and an excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive – someone with the willingness and capability to act independently and comfortable with client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with senior litigators to develop litigation strategy for the defense of employment actions;
• Draft and review pleadings and discovery, memos, briefs and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;
• Analysis of employment records;
• Represent clients in court and before administrative agencies;
• Participate in depositions, conferences, hearings, trials and all other aspects of employment litigation;
• Interact with employment experts;
• Conduct legal and employment research and analysis;
• Draft motions;
• Work cooperatively with others; and
• Interact with clients.

Education and Experience Required

• Admission to practice in New York;
• At least 3 years of experience in employment litigation.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence;
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is $120,000 - $165,000, which represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.

Submit resume and writing sample to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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